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Thanks to Clean Sweep for this episode of Tips from the Pros about chimney and fireplace safety.

Many homeowners are delighted to have a fireplace and chimney to enjoy a warm fire on cold nights. However, maintaining a safe and efficient fireplace requires more than simply lighting a match. Neglected chimneys and fireplaces can pose serious risks, including house fires, carbon monoxide poisoning, and structural damage. How can you maintain your chimney and fireplace this winter?

Schedule Regular Chimney Inspections

A professional chimney inspection is the cornerstone of fireplace and chimney safety. Professionals recommend scheduling an inspection at least once a year, ideally before winter begins...

Thanks to Clean Sweep for this episode of Tips from the Pros about the benefits of professional chimney cleaning.

Keeping your chimney safe is an essential part of maintaining your home that often goes overlooked until you go to light a fire in the fall. Many homeowners underestimate the importance of regular chimney cleaning, as they wrongly assume that occasional use means only minimal maintenance is required. However, professional chimney cleaning has plenty of benefits to offer.

Keep Your Home Safe

One of the primary reasons to invest in professional chimney cleaning is to ensure the safety of your home and family. Over time, chimneys accumulate creosote, a highly flammable substance that builds up after burning wood...

Thanks to Clean Sweep for this episode of Tips from the Pros about chimney cleanings.

A clean chimney not only ensures that your fireplace burns brightly. It also protects your home from fire and pests all year long. Most homeowners are aware that their chimney must be inspected and cleaned before lighting the first fire of the season in the fall. The Chimney should be inspected before a transfer of ownership. Most people are unaware of the importance of frequent chimney cleanings.

Why are Regular Chimney Cleanings Important?

In addition to removing soot and debris, a chimney cleaning will ensure that no obstructions are present. Objects can be in the chimney liner, damper and/or smoke chamber...

Thanks to Clean Sweep for this episode of Tips from the Pros about your chimney inspection.

Homes are hitting the market as COVID-19 restrictions start to lift in Maryland. As a result, many home sellers are looking to list. However, getting out of the house is harder than it used to be! If your home sellers are curious about the length of time it takes for a thorough chimney inspection and cleaning, here is what they need to know.

How Long Does a Standard Chimney Inspection Take?

At Clean Sweep, our inspections are very thorough but also very streamlined. In most cases, an inspection will take about an hour from arrival at the property to submitting the report.

We use a comprehensive checklist and take photos from inside the chimney...